Restaurants near Ghent

“Overall, my experience at Shadow 66, a charming French restaurant nestled in the picturesque town of Ghent, New York, just a short drive from Hudson, was exceptional. The moment I stepped inside, I was captivated by the restaurant's elegant ambiance, adorned with historical artifacts and a beautifully restored 1966 Citroen DS. The attentive waitstaff was knowledgeable about the menu, although we were disappointed to learn about the specials only after ordering. The braised beef, which was cooked to perfection with a rich and savory sauce, was absolutely delicious. The combination of the delicious food, unique atmosphere, and impeccable service, aside from the oversight regarding specials, made Shadow 66 the ideal choice for my birthday celebration. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking a memorable dining experience in the Hudson Valley.”

“Yum. Thank you for a tasty takeout breakfast this morning.”

“I planned a quick stop here before heading to Art Omi for a solo adventure. There have been so many great reviews that I was excited to check the place out for myself.

Customer service was excellent - friendly and helpful staff.

The building itself is beautiful! There is inside dining as well as outdoor seating on the deck, which looks out over the flowers in bloom. You can feel the history of this place in the best way possible.

On this day, it was just a quick grab and go for me, but I look forward to coming back and time to enjoy a meal.

I had to try the hashbrown, which was served with both a homemade ketchup and a homemade aioli. I had never tried aioli with a hashbrown before - and it was delicious! Chai tea was perfectly made as well. I brought the pastries home for a later treat, and they were excellent as well.

I will make sure to stop here again this summer.”

“I love how fast the drive-throw time was.”

“One of the best salads I have ever eaten. Very extremely charming and lovely wait staff. Architecturally a little bit odd: many hard surfaces make this place louder than it needs to be. I will be returning.”

“A perfect summer meal in a gorgeous garden - when we arrived we discovered their daily menu had few vegetarian options so we asked if the chef could make some simple grilled vegetable and instead he made 7 exquisite, world class veggie dishes - our server told us he took it as in inspiring challenge. while the beef and shellfish dishes enjoyed by half the table were perfectly executed (in facvt, the clam broth made we swoon in joy) the vegetarians were the winners (and graciously shared their summer bounty with the whole table)”

“It’s truly the best of the best”

“Austin has captured the old fashion diner car. Wonderfully restored. Fun to sit at the counter and watch the magic. Reasonably priced. Yummy Omletes! Give it a try; I don't think you'll be disappointed! 👍👍”

“My husband and I had our 90-guest wedding at the Vanderbilt on 6/8/24 and it could not have been any better. We found the Vanderbilt on Airbnb when looking for a unique wedding venue, visited it in January of 2023, and booked it instantly- didn’t even see another venue. As stated in previous reviews, Henrietta made the planning process as easy as possible. We communicated mainly via email, but she allowed us to come to the space as often as we needed (I think between both of our families we were there 3 times). She also provided a list of vendors that previous wedding parties had used at the Vanderbilt, which I used for our planner, tent company, shuttle company and photographer (all great). When it came time for the tasting, we were provided with an extensive menu of food and drinks curated by Matt. We were blown away by the food. As the wedding day approached, Henrietta was easy to communicate with and flexible. She helped us plan a thorough rainy day plan B, and was the bearer of good news when she called me 2 days prior to tell me the weather looked good and we were going with plan A. The weekend of the wedding was incredible. Our families stayed in the 8 rooms upstairs Friday and Saturday night. Henrietta and Matt were in early on Saturday to get everything prepared. Their team was incredible. After the ceremony, Henrietta greeted us with champagne and a congratulations. When cocktail hour ended and we realized we were so busy that we didn’t even eat our appetizers, Henrietta put together a plate for us and brought it over. I’ve heard from a number of guests that the food was the best they’ve had at a wedding, and I agree. It’s important to note that the staff was also FUN to have around. Bartenders and servers interacted with guests and kept the energy light and fun. The next morning, Matt prepared a great breakfast (much needed) for those staying at the Vanderbilt, even including some leftovers of our banana pudding dessert from the night before. Now let’s quickly talk about the space. The Vanderbilt Lakeside is the most unique space I’ve ever seen. Each room has its own personality and is decorated meticulously and beautifully. I only had to bring in decorations for the tables, as the venue itself was already perfect. The deck was a perfect fit for our 90-person dinner. The lawn, outdoor bar, and lawn games were a hit for those who wanted to chill out rather than dance. The Bar room was the perfect size for our musicians and a dance floor. The rooms upstairs are clean, all about the same size, and all have their own bathrooms to make for a comfortable stay. Overall, I cannot recommend the Vanderbilt enough. We’re racking our brains for an excuse to host another event there. Henrietta and Matt are incredible to work with!”

“For the sake of full disclosure I’ve worked with the owners for over twenty years in the television industry. They have brought the same dedication and amazing attention to detail that has resulted in their tremendously successful careers, to their wonderful new restaurant. They have thought of EVERY detail from the whimsical videos playing in the rest rooms to the sugar cubes for your espresso... they have missed nothing. The menu is inventive and perfectly executed... Watermelon Gazpacho?! Whoa! The unique presentation of the Calamari appetizer was wonderful. Bouillabaisse?! You don’t find that as the seafood option very often... what a treat. Others in my group enjoyed perfectly cooked steaks and the slightly smoky Mac & Cheese. Of course the cheese plates are spectacular. This is one of those meals you won’t forget! But wait did I mention the speakeasy downstairs? The perfectly appointed room features an amazing menu of craft cocktails AND six draft beers to choose from... including Ommegang Rare Vos... you simply don’t find that on tap anywhere!! Finally a word about the service. It was impeccable, perfectly attentive without being stuffy. Chris and Ellen have created a destination restaurant!”

“DO NOT get the mochi donut… you will never stop thinking about it and you’ll eventually be shopping for bigger pants. Delicious food with veg options! The staff is awesome, coffee options are delicious but I wish there were more flavoring choices. Atmosphere is an aesthetic vibe but sadly, not very cozy. Nice to sit at the windows and watch the goings on in town though.”

“I stopped here today to get lunch. I have been on this continent for 11 years and originally from Australia. This was the best focaccia and coffee I have had here!!!”

“Stopped in for our 1st time and had the (4) Tacos special and I had the Roasted corn & avacado gazpacho. All were extremely delicious! Will definitely be back to try their paella.”

“I was just traveling through the area and had the good fortune to give this cafe a try for breakfast and I have to say it was perfect,every part of my meal was delicious. I have rarely been so satisfied with the freshness and preparation of a meal but these folks are putting in the care and work to do things right, my waffles were stellar definitely not made with pancake mix like so many mediocre restaurants do everything was well seasoned and nicely presented by an attentive staff.I garuantee you anytime I am any where near Chatham I will be dining here(I live in Maine but visit friends and relatives in the Albany area)!”

“My favorite is the Chicken Parm...more than I can finish in one serving. I also love their Black and Blue Salad... with their Blue cheese dressing! I've never been disappointed with the food at Main Street! Hope you stop in for a very reasonable priced meal. Enjoy! 💕🌹🌻🥗🍝♥️”

“Excellent service; great ambiance and delicious meals!”

“Great Beer choices!! very friendly atmosphere! Great food!!!”

“Del’s is THE best quick stop for something fast, casual, economical, delicious & FUN! Their farm-fresh offerings are locally sourced & community-driven (you can literally SEE the farm from your table!). Their Bees Knees honey lavender milkshake with gin is my favorite summer after-work treat - non-alcoholic ice cream options also available for the younger family members, of course.”

“Friendly neighborhood deli and variety shop! Full of interesting finds from local businesses and high quality food - they sell everything from deli sandwiches to vinyls, take a peek.”

“My family has had some of our best nights here. Zachary, my son absolutely loves Jeffrey that’s here! I haven’t met a single person that wouldn’t go out of their way to accommodate. This by far is one of our favorite home town go to places!! Try em out you won’t be disappointed 🤟🏻🫶”

“Outstanding margaritas and service.”

“Great place! Was shopping in Chatham, stopped in for a margarita (it’s Cinco de Mayo) met some really nice people!”

“Great Jamaican Food!!! This hidden gem in Hudson/Greenport is the place to go for authentic Jamaican dishes. The owners, Randy and Anne are delightful and really care about the quality of the food they serve. I've had every dish on their menu and each one has been delicious. Portions are generous with both lunch and dinner sizes at reasonable prices. My personal favorites are their traditional Jerk Chicken, Curry Goat, Curry Chicken and Oxtails. All served with rice and peas, plantains and veggies. In colder weather they offer a hearty soup with traditional Jamaican Spinner dumplings. Whenever they have a "special" dish I always give it a try and have not been disappointed. Just yesterday they offered a special Barbeque Chicken which was sweet and savory. I certainty hope this becomes a dish they offer regularly.They are open on Wednesdays and Fridays and are my go to place for take out Wednesday dinner. They serve out of a stationary food truck with plenty of onsite parking. Food is packed for take out and there are picnic tables with umbrellas if you'd like to eat there. They are located up on the hill overlooking Fairview Ave just a bit south of Bagel Thyme. Stop by, check it out. You will not be disappointed.

Parking: Lots of easy parking.”

“Food was yummy. Service was very good.
There were three of us, we shared 6 different plates and had plenty of delish food. Other reviews said “cozy atmosphere” - perfect description. We will return.”

“Just visited for the first time Wide selection of beers. All were awesome. I had a flight of four and Rita tried both pils. Very relaxing atmosphere and Tom was a great host. We brought lunch from the nice deli right next door. Looking forward to our next visit.”

“Super nice people, highest quality ciders. All in a beautiful, natural, peaceful orchard setting. Highly recommend.”

“Great food, reasonable prices, very clean, and friendly, professional owners. Highly recommend. I have been going here since it opened.”

“Absolutely the best Chinese food in Hudson.. The food is amazing.. My family eats here all the time .. Kind and friendly service .. I highly recommend this Resturant..”

“The Greenhouse Cidery has a great selection of small batch ciders and other drinks. It is such a beautiful place to relax with family and friends! Love the welcoming and chill vibe!”

“Nano/Farm Brewery at its best..”